Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze
Berry Spinach Salad with Pecans, Feta, and Balsamic Glaze is a refreshing and colorful dish that embodies the vibrant flavors of summer. This salad combines luscious strawberries and blackberries with tender baby spinach, crunchy toasted pecans, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch, this delightful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 oz baby spinach
- 3 cups strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup blackberries
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ⅔ cup toasted pecans (some chopped)
- 4 oz prosciutto (toasted)
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, spread pecans and torn prosciutto in a single layer. Toast for 5-10 minutes until the nuts are slightly darker and the prosciutto is crispy.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened (about 10 minutes). Cool in a heat-proof bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine baby spinach, strawberries, blackberries, and feta cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- Divide into serving bowls, topping each with toasted prosciutto and pecans. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg